Manx Stroke Foundation member given BEM

Sunday, 16 June 2013 00:00

A man who has played a major role in the success of the Manx Stroke Foundation has been awarded a British Empire Medal.

Terry Chilcott has been awarded his BEM as part of the Queen’s 2013 Birthday Honours List.

After suffering a stroke himself Terry was one of the foundation’s first members and has served the group for over 15 years.

In that time it has donated £50,000 worth of equipment to Noble’s Hospital and £15,000 for aids and services for stroke sufferers.

He says it is an honour:

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